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Entry-Level Geotechnical Engineer

Geosyntec Consultants
paid holidays, sick time, 401(k)
United States, Washington, Wenatchee
Feb 13, 2026

Entry-Level Geotechnical Engineer
Primary Location

US-WA-Seattle
ID

2026-4226




Category
Early Career

Position Type
Regular Full-Time

Remote
No

Additional Location
US-WA-Wenatchee



Overview

Do you want to build an impactful career to change the world for the better?

Geosyntec has an exciting opportunity for an Entry-Level Geotechnical Engineer in our Seattle, Washington or Wenatchee, Washington offices. The position will have the opportunity to apply academic knowledge to real-world situations on projects involving site characterization; river and floodplain restoration, landfill design and construction; earth retaining structures; deep foundations; dams and water containment structures; forensic investigations and litigation support; geotechnical instrumentation and monitoring; and geohazard / earthquake characterization / mitigation, while learning the business skills needed for a successful consulting career.

Geosyntec is an innovative, international engineering and consulting firm serving private and public-sector clients to address new ventures and complex problems involving our environment, natural resources, and civil infrastructure. Our engineers, scientists, technical and project employees serve our clients from offices across the world. Ranked by ENR as one of the top environmental engineering design firms, Geosyntec is internationally known for its technical leadership, broad experience, and exceptional client service.

We invest in our people. Each employee is unique, and your career at Geosyntec will be too. We offer competitive pay and benefits, and well-being programs to support you and your family.

To Learn More Visit: http://www.geosyntec.com/careers/.



Essential Duties and Responsibilities

    Conducting geotechnical field investigations;
  • Monitoring heavy civil construction projects;
  • Performing and reviewing engineering calculations;
  • Earthquake engineering;
  • Foundation design;
  • Landslide analyses and stabilizations;
  • Retaining wall design;
  • Dam and levee evaluations;
  • Developing construction documents; and
  • Writing and reviewing engineering reports.
  • Drive personal, company, and rental vehicles to client or company project or office sites, and other business locations, as needed.


Education and Licensure

  • Bachelor's degree in civil and/or environmental engineering or geology. (required)
  • Advanced degree the same. (preferred)


Skills, Experience and Qualifications

  • Prior internship or work experience in engineering consulting. (preferred)
  • Experience with geotechnical and engineering software such as AutoCAD, Slide2, and Settle3D. (preferred)
  • Regular field work and overnight travel. (required)
  • Health & Safety training, medical monitoring, and client-driven drug and background testing. (required)
  • Valid U.S. driver's license and a satisfactory driving record for business travel. (required)

This opportunity will be posted for at least five days. Below are the potential compensation ranges that we in good faith believe are applicable for this role at the time of this posting and are only applicable for jobs to be performed in the specified location(s) below. The typical base salary range for this position is just one component of Geosyntec's total compensation package for employees. Actual compensation will be determined based on education, experience, skill set and location.

  • Minimum: $32.29 /hour / Maximum: $37.48/hour or Minimum: $80,168.40/year / Maximum: $83,955/year (Wenatchee, WA)
  • Minimum: $35.51 /hour / Maximum: $37.48/hour or Minimum: $80,168.40/year / Maximum: $92,350/year (Seattle, WA)

We offer a comprehensive benefits package to all eligible employees including, 9 paid holidays, 2 floating holidays, a minimum of 8 sick days, and a minimum of 11 vacation days per year, in line with state or federal requirements. Employees (and their families) are offered medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, 401(k), a variety of leaves of absences and other benefits to eligible employees.

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